The author describes in this book the entanglements between football and politics in Italy. Since Silvio Berlusconi entered the political arena in 1994, these connections have been clearly visible to the world. The president of A.C. Milan used his fame as a successful football club owner to launch his political career. The question the book addresses is: What role do metaphors and symbolism from the world of football play in Silvio Berlusconi's political communication, and to what extent does the sporting success of A.C. Milan influence the political fortunes of his party? This question is analyzed through numerous anecdotes and examples from both the football and parliamentary arenas. In particular, it focuses on the 2006 parliamentary election campaign, which was filled with metaphors borrowed from the world of football. A book for all football fans and lovers of Italy who wish to gain a deeper insight into the political, social, and economic reality of the boot-shaped country.